For example, the Leader on Nolan Siod Planet, although not bowing like the invincible warriors of Qin State, each of them stood and bent slightly, fully displaying their respect for someone as powerful as the Wood Flow Demon.

Amidst the crowd's salute, the Floating Wood King appeared cold and indifferent, then slowly stepped forward. Among them, only one person had the right to sit in the foremost position.

Before they sat down again, everyone had already noticed this scene.

As the people took their seats, the Liu Mu Ghost King slowly opened his mouth and said: "The Ghost King has arrived; we've been waiting for a long time. To be respected by ghosts at this moment — how frightening it is for an adult. Do you understand?"

The Demon King has arrived?

Many of those experiencing the Wood Demon King's statement for the first time were visibly shocked.

From the very beginning, apart from the planet's Leader, they also acknowledged the arrival of the Wood Demon King. Where else did they witness the appearance of a King?

But this scene was like Narande Lord's leadership—everything carried on as usual!

For they all knew that the Demon King operated on an entirely different level from them.

The Ghost King, Ghost Emperor, Ghost Master—outstandingly superior and powerful. In other words, they were regarded as the gods by the Ghost Taoist masters, but their Divine Power was distinct!

Can gods truly be seen by mere mortals?

Only those who approach Monarch-level beings, like Lord Zhi Mu, are qualified to witness what belongs to Monarchs.

Seeing people meant nothing. Clearly, the Demon King's expression was not that of someone who enjoys idle chatter. He promptly announced, "The release of the demons officially begins! The First Alchemy Contest!"

As soon as Qin stepped forward, unsurprisingly, the undefeated warrior of Qin made the first move and sternly commanded with icy disdain: "Stand up!"

Bang!

Instantly, the center of the venue trembled with the chilling sound emitted by the unbeatable Qin. The platform, which had been flat, gradually rose, thick and dense like a coffin made of mud.

Those planetary rulers presiding over the scene remained reticent, merely waving lightly to indicate readiness. They then strode forward, gradually making their way toward the mud platform.

"Master Yang and Lu Da, you may proceed with them!"

Nolan Xiongde first glanced at Yang Ri and Lu Da but then cast his eyes toward Yang Tian.

Rumor had it that Yang Tian was a master of alchemy. This time, he was expected to win the Alchemy Contest. In truth, everything revolved around Yang Tian.

Hearing this, Yang Tian simply nodded slightly. Like the other refiners, he slowly floated toward the earthen table in the middle of the venue, while Lu Da followed half a step behind Yang Tian.

"Hm?"

The Curse Demon, while directing the two alchemists to make their way inside, noticed activity near Narande Lord and immediately furrowed his brows.

He hadn't anticipated that Yang Tian would participate in the Alchemy Contest. Was Yang Tian truly a refiner?

Recalling the day when Nolan Xiong defended Yang Tian with such fervor... Could it be that Yang Tian was not simply an alchemist?

"Master Yang, the rules of the Alchemy Contest are not overly complex—the unified materials everyone receives decide who crafts the highest-quality magical creation. Strength will dictate the victor, but given Master Yang's dedication, naturally, it seems appropriate to secure a winning ticket!"

The Refining Factory Contest was nearing its start, and here in the heart of Yang Rizha's venue, Lu Da patiently reiterated the rules to Yang Tian.

Although Narande Lord had explained the rules many times before, Lu Da clearly understood Yang Tian's indifference and therefore chose to repeat himself.

"Unified materials?"

Listening to Lu Da's words, Yang Tian nodded slightly, indicating he understood.

As for Yang Rihao, his memories of defeating the Ghost God stayed fresh, although the title of "Alchemy Master" had never been something he overly admired.

His sole concern lay in the unified materials!

For unified materials signified that the components assembled at the Refinery could openly say anything! This was good news for Yang Rizhao!

Yet Yang Tian couldn't help but wonder—if he shared this insight with the alchemists at Baolu University, would they spit out blood on the spot?

As an Alchemy Master, would accountants typically bring these materials with them?

Of course, they had no idea Yang Tian would rise to become the leader of the Refinery. Even regarding a hundred-year-old prodigy like Yang Rizhao, stepping into the Northern Magic Kingdom Refining Factory's highest-level contest would provoke curiosity.

Fortunately, the refiners' minds stayed focused on crafting, so despite their curiosity, no one said much.

However, their silence didn't prevent strong figures across every planet from singing one after another as they gathered to watch the Alchemy Contest.

"Hey? Why is there a fuzzy little kid standing there? Whose family does he belong to?"

"Huh? No big deal! Look at his anger—it's as if he hasn't even lived long enough to see his hundredth year! Is this arrangement appropriate?"

"An inappropriate arrangement? I think someone's brain might be broken! A hundred-year-old baby, long since finished with drinking milk, what could he possibly understand about refinery work?"

If these influential individuals were still just singing within acceptable bounds, such mocking ridicule might merely dominate the planetary scene without crossing into blatant aggression. Instead, it marked the start of uninhibited scorn.

After all, among the masters themselves, they would never become companions; only rivals.

Now came the laughter of a certain demon who sneered: "Who's laughing? Has an entire baby less than a hundred years old actually come to this Refinery Assembly?"

Whether mocking or laughing heartily, the Curse Demon shouted, "Exactly! I honestly don't know who's so amusing. Lord Nairan, do you recognize them?"

"You!"

Upon hearing this, Nolan Kongde's eyes immediately flared with anger.

Of course, he knew how to curse and kill demons—he didn't understand why even others had to question it!

Even without foolish thoughts or genuine self-sacrifice from the Ghost Taoist masters, he could see Yang Tian leaving his seat beside him!

Yet clearly, the Curse Demon hadn't killed his mocking enthusiasm. Nolan Xiong's restrained composure didn't falter but instead twisted into a sarcastic grin: "Nolan Demon, would it kill you to allocate your Plum Star any more intelligently?"

"Indeed, what's the problem?" Nolan Kongde retorted in fury.

"Isn't this absurd?"

The Curse Killer pointed at Yang Tian and laughed: "Look at that—another refiner already has their furnace prepared, waiting for materials to arrive from assembly. Yet the child you send over—like an irrelevant nobody—is just standing there clueless about any furnace work, isn't he?"

Hearing the Curse Demon's jeering criticisms, other Ghost Masters glanced one after another at Yang Tian. Sure enough, they found that Yang Tian was standing there exactly as described—as others were unveiling their Refining Furnaces, Yang Tian stood empty-handed.

It must be noted that, as a skilled alchemist, possessing your own Refining Furnace was essential; it was akin to a Demon wielding their own Magic Weapon!

Not only did recognition mark the expertise of Refining Masters, but the quality of their Refining Furnace almost determined half their strength.

Throughout the Devil World, according to the legendary Ghost God Concept within Refinery lore, an Empty Refining Master without their own furnace tripod could accomplish nothing!

No one expected—even the most skeptical—those familiar with the Empty Refining Master Ghost God Concept to believe this legendary alchemist Yang Tian truly grasped the Concept.

For a fleeting moment, the sound of mocking laughter filled the atmosphere.

If it weren't for the solitary Wood Demon on the summit of the mountain, the sheer terror of laughter alone would have shaken the heavens apart.

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